Waterfall Hikes Near Bear Creek, TX

485 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bear Creek? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bear Creek. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 30.1824°N, -97.9401°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bear Creek

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Bear Creek is flowing strongly today

Barber Falls Moderate Dittmar Falls Low Edge Falls Low Rust Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Roaring Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing Roos Falls Barely Flowing Slumber Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 95°F

Aft 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 96°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Bear Creek

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 174 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Barber Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Dittmar Falls Moderate · 175 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Roos Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bear Creek (1 waterfall)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

19.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Bear Creek

Barber Falls

11 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

19.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

6.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slumber Falls waterfall

Slumber Falls

37.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dittmar Falls

8.1 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rust Falls

40.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

31.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roos Falls waterfall

Roos Falls

40 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bear Creek

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bear Creek?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Bear Creek, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bear Creek?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Bear Creek, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bear Creek?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bear Creek, including Pedernales Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bear Creek?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Bear Creek, including Slumber Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bear Creek?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bear Creek is Barber Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Bear Creek require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bear Creek require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bear Creek?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Bear Creek have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bear Creek?

The closest waterfall to Bear Creek is Barber Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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